Thomas Pron
October 16, 1944 ~ September 30, 2016
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Thomas Theodore (Solomon) Pron passed away suddenly on Friday, September 30, 2016 at Mission Memorial Hospital (Memorial Campus), Asheville, NC. He was the son of the late Clyde Thomas Solomon and Helen Vera (Fritz) (Solomon) Pron. He was born on October 16, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sandra Boward Pron; his daughters, Amy Elizabeth (Nick) Pron-D'Alleva from Asheville and Amanda Jean (Brandon) Larson from Brooklyn, NY; a grandson, Elijah Thomas Pron D'Alleva; his sister, Frances (Louis) Raggi from Glenside, PA; cousins, Linda (Bruce) Wrigley from Maple Shade, NJ and Arthur Davis of Philadelphia, PA and many wonderful nieces and nephews and his two dogs, Philly and Norton.
From March 1962 to March 1966 Tom was enlisted in the United States Air Force. For a short period of time he worked for Link Belt Corporation. By 1971, Tom decided that he wanted a career in the medical profession. He attended Albert Einstein Medical Center where he received his Registered Nurse Degree. After that, he continued his studies at Temple University and later went to school at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia where he pursued his degree in Anesthesiology. After his years of schooling he worked as an Anesthetist at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia, PA; Germantown Hospital in Philadelphia, PA; St. Mary's Hospital in Langhorne, PA and Mission Memorial Hospital (ASC) in Asheville until his retirement in 2012.
As his daughter stated, "The world lost a bit of its light. Tom was a spirited, passionate, funny, knowledgeable and immensely family-loving person". He was a loyal Philadelphia Sports fan his entire life, and loved a spirited debate on any topic. His love of technology and learning new things kept him young. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made in Tom's name to the Asheville Humane Society or to an animal shelter of your choice. Tom so loved animals, especially his beloved kindred spirit, Norton.
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Sandy and amy I’m so sorry about Tom praying love u
Oh Tom. I will love you and miss you always. I was lucky enough to know you for 63 years. You gave me guidance (Eagles) (go to nursing school) and friendship. You strengthened my ability to ‘debate’. Thank you for that.
Best of all you were as a brother to me growing up with my own brothers. Your Aunt Dot loved you so very much. She was very proud of all your achievements.
Sandy, Amy and Amanda please accept my deepest condolences.
Godspeed Tom! Linda
My condolences to all and Rest In Peace Tom
Dear dad Im missing you so much I also think your grandson missing you too I wish u we’re here to celebrate your birthday today
I offer my deepest condolences to the family for your loss. John 5:28,29 speaks a of the time when those sleeping in death will live again. May your reflection on the promise and the fond memories you have bring you comfort and strength during difficult time.
I am so sorry for your loss. I wanted to leave your family a comforting scripture during this time. Revelation 21:4- ‘And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.’
Dad I wish you were here to celebrate Halloween with me mom and your grandson
Sandy, so sorry to hear about Tom. I didn’t know until today. Tom was great person, well thought of and a great clinician. Loved his family and cared about his friends. Remember so well when you all arrived in Asheville….I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Last year on September 30th 2016 at 7:30 am we lost a great guy.he was a great dad to Amy and Amanda. And he was a great husband to sandy